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Shay Rodriguez

Murfreesboro,TN

Summary

Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Raven-Wolf Enterprises LLC
Elgin, IL
03.2014 - 06.2023
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
  • Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.
  • Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.

Production Manager

Silesia Flavors
Hoffman Estates, IL
06.2008 - 08.2014
  • Established clear communication channels between management and staff members.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and address any issues or concerns.
  • Ensured that all safety policies and regulations were followed in accordance with company standards.
  • Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Trained new employees on proper use of equipment, safety procedures, and job functions.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.

Independent Merchandiser

WIS International Services
San Diego, CA
10.2007 - 06.2008
  • Established relationships with store personnel to foster collaboration and build trust.
  • Visited retail stores to ensure proper placement of merchandise and removal of outdated products.
  • Created product displays for clients according to branding guidelines.
  • Built product displays and placed appropriate signage for merchandise.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Placed prices and descriptive signage to enhance displays and promote items.

Preload Supervisor PT

United Parcel Service, UPS
Janesville, WI
04.2007 - 10.2007
  • Monitored employees for compliance with safety policies and procedures.2
  • Evaluated employee performance through observation, feedback sessions, and periodic reviews.
  • Trained new employees in job functions, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Enforced company standards on attendance, productivity, and quality assurance.
  • Oversaw efficient loading and unloading of trucks and trailers to meet tight daily schedules.
  • Informed upper management or department heads of items loaded or problems encountered.
  • Monitored workers and reviewed completed work for proper performance.

Regional Operations Manager

Wednesday Company INC
Chicago, IL
10.1998 - 01.2007
  • Planned budgets based on forecasted sales figures and monitored expenses throughout the year.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and payroll information for all stores within the district.
  • Provided ongoing coaching and training for store managers on how to maximize productivity and profits.
  • Managed all personnel matters within the district including recruitment, hiring, performance reviews, disciplinary actions.
  • Conducted regular store visits to ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and regulations.
  • Reviewed inventory levels at each store in order to ensure adequate stock availability.
  • Worked with direct reports to develop and implement action plans, improving operating results.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with associates and team leadership.

Education

Motorcycle Technician Training

McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL
04-2024

High School Diploma -

Liverpool High School
Liverpool, NY
06-1987

Skills

  • Business Management
  • Staff Management
  • Customer Relations
  • Business Development
  • Operations Management

Timeline

Owner

Raven-Wolf Enterprises LLC
03.2014 - 06.2023

Production Manager

Silesia Flavors
06.2008 - 08.2014

Independent Merchandiser

WIS International Services
10.2007 - 06.2008

Preload Supervisor PT

United Parcel Service, UPS
04.2007 - 10.2007

Regional Operations Manager

Wednesday Company INC
10.1998 - 01.2007

Motorcycle Technician Training

McHenry County College

High School Diploma -

Liverpool High School
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